Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, today led a government delegation on a condolence visit to the family of the late renowned Islamic cleric, Sheikh Yahaya Masussuka, at his residence in Dutsin- Ma Local Government Area, following his tragic killing.
The Governor and his delegation were received by former Katsina State Governor, Barrister Ibrahim Shehu Shema, and members of the deceased’s family.
Governor Radda expressed deep sorrow over the loss, describing the cleric’s death as a painful loss to his family, the religious community and Katsina State.
“May Almighty Allah forgive the deceased, accept his good deeds and grant him Aljannatul Firdausi. I also pray that Allah grants his family, associates and the entire Muslim community the strength and patience to bear this painful loss,” he prayed.
The Commissioner for Religious Affairs, Hon. Ishaq Shehu Dabai, who spoke on behalf of the government delegation, quoted the Qur’anic verse, “Kullu nafsin dha’iqatul maut” (Every soul shall taste death), urging the bereaved family to take solace in the knowledge that death is inevitable.
“On behalf of the Governor, the Katsina State Government and the people of the state, we extend our condolences to the family of the deceased and the wider religious community over this painful loss,” Dabai said.
He prayed Almighty Allah to forgive the late Sheikh Masussuka, reward his contributions to Islamic teachings and peaceful coexistence, and grant him eternal rest in Aljannatul Firdausi.
Members of the delegation included the Chief of Staff Hon. Abdulkadir Mamman Nasir, members of the Katsina State Executive Council and other senior government officials.
